Thinking about the Torah :

Seeskin, Kenneth, 1947-

Thinking about the Torah : a philosopher reads the Bible / Kenneth Seeskin. - 1 online resource. - JPS essential Judaism series . - JPS essential Judaism series. .

Includes bibliographical references.

1. How to read the Torah -- 2. God and creation: Genesis 1:6 -- 3. Love and companionship: Genesis 2:18 -- 4. The ultimate sacrifice: Genesis 22:2 -- 5. The name of God: Exodus 3:14 -- 6. The need for community: Exodus 25:8 -- 7. Closeness to God: Exodus 33:20 -- 8. Ethics and holiness: Leviticus 11:44 -- 9. Rebellion and sin: Numbers 14:1-2 -- 10. Love of God: Deuteronomy 6:5 -- Conclusion: Choose life: Deuteronomy 30:19.

9780827613256 0827613253

22573/ctt1fvv0fg JSTOR


Bible.--Pentateuch--Criticism, interpretation, etc.
Bible.--Pentateuch.


Jewish philosophy.
Jewish philosophy.
RELIGION / Biblical Studies / Old Testament
PHILOSOPHY / Religious


Criticism, interpretation, etc.
Electronic books.

BS1225.52 / .S425 2016eb

222/.106